Real Salt Lake desperately need points on Sunday, Oct 11 at 1:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Philadelphia Union come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Real Salt Lake travel struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Philadelphia Union won their last outing, while Real Salt Lake suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Despite playing at home, Philadelphia Union face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Real Salt Lake have won 5 of 10 encounters, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Real Salt Lake won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Philadelphia Union clear favorites, but Real Salt Lake have shown they can grind out results. Expect Philadelphia Union to take the points, potentially without being at their best.